MYRModel Year Report

2005 Mercedes Benz S600

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2005 Mercedes Benz S600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:35:52.754Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mercedes Benz S600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1997: 1 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2003: 6 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2007: 5 complaints 2007
2005: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19931
19941
19954
19971
200138
200211
20036
20044
20052
20061
20075

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

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2005 HAVE THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM FOR 2004 RECALL BUT MERCEDES BENZ DOSE NOT WANT TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITIES. THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL'S (ABC) HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE DUE TO EXTENSIVE EXPOSURE TO HUMIDITY CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE HOSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150429

ENGINE ALMOST STARTED ON FIRE AFTER OIL STARTED POURING OUT OF OIL COOLER. HAD CAR TOWED TO GARAGE WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED THE LEAKING OIL COOLER. ONE PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER WITH THIS CAR. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120517

SUSPENSION

1 of 2 total reports mentions: suspension.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

Show complaint excerpts

2005 HAVE THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM FOR 2004 RECALL BUT MERCEDES BENZ DOSE NOT WANT TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITIES. THE ACTIVE BODY CONTROL'S (ABC) HIGH PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION HOSE DUE TO EXTENSIVE EXPOSURE TO HUMIDITY CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE HOSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150429

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Mercedes Benz S600 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Mercedes Benz S600 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.